Quality Coordinator (Fixed-term 7 months)

At George Weston Foods (GWF) – Baking Division NZ our purpose is “Everyday Moments of Goodness” and with iconic Kiwi brands such as Tip Top, Golden, Ploughman’s, Burgen, Big Ben and Dad’s Pies how can you not!

As part of George Weston Foods Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc, Baking Division NZ is a people, quality, customer, and consumer focused FMCG, employing over 500 people across New Zealand and at our 4 manufacturing sites.

About the role

Reporting to the New Zealand National Quality Assurance Manager, we are looking for a Quality Assurance Coordinator to join our team on a full-time fixed term basis for 7 months. This position is a key supporting role based at our Wiri site, which will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of quality processes and procedures.

Key tasks include:

• To contribute to the effective management of the business through the maintenance of policies, system, and procedures in the areas of Food Safety; GMP; Quality Systems; Production Quality, and NPD / Commercialization.
• To provide technical support to the Wiri site leadership and production teams
• To champion and coach ongoing employee commitment and compliance to all areas of food safety, product quality and regulatory requirements.
• Co-ordinate internal audits of the HACCP system, GMP, quality system procedures and documentation.
• Ensure effective corrective actions are sought, implemented, and reviewed on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure that products are manufactured to consistent quality standards meeting set specifications.
• Recommend and support the implementation of quality initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all GWF food safety initiatives, policies, strategies and legal requirements.
• Develop, facilitate, and review training programmes as required.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification – Food Science / Technology or similar preferred
• 2+ year's industry experience
• Effective team player that role models accountability at all levels.
• Thrives in a high pressure, fast paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and action orientated.
• Strong influencing and relationship building skills.
• Experience in BRC and Woolworths standards is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility essential.

So, why join us?

At GWF we live and breathe our four values, SAFE, COURAGEOUS, TRUSTING & COLLABORATIVE. As a diverse business with a proud heritage, we offer a broad range of career opportunities, where we challenge and support our people “To act like owners of the business”.

• Competitive salary 
• Flexibility to work from home
• Opportunities for development and growth
• Supportive environment where we live our values and encourage inclusivity & diversity
• Product allowance

Apply Now!

To apply for this opportunity please submit your application by clicking on the ‘apply now' button or please feel free to contact our recruitment email recruitmentnz@gwf.com.au for a confidential discussion.

During the recruitment process you may be required to complete our pre-employment screening tests including a medical check with a drug and alcohol test and a criminal record check.

At Tip Top we strive to create a place where Everyone belongs, Everyone is valued, and Everyone has equal opportunity.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

So, we can get to know you in the best possible way, we're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. Let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via email to recruitmentnz@gwf.com.au.